RAY LAVENDER'S New Single, 'Stay,' #1 Most Added at Urban Radio

RAY LAVENDER'S New Single, 'Stay,' #1 Most Added at Urban Radio

Self Titled New Album 'RAY LAVENDER' Due Summer 2008

SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 8, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Akon Protege and Geffen R&B rising star RAY LAVENDER's hot new single "Stay," written by R&B star Tank was the #1 most added at Urban radio last week. The lead single to Lavender's self-titled debut album, "Stay," is an ode to women where Ray speaks on dedication in relationships despite the daily challenges. This is Ray's anthem of unconditional love. RAY LAVENDER, the album is due for release summer 2008.

Radio stations across the country reported on how hot the single is:

-- "This is a really, reeeeally good song!" -- Reggie Rouse- WVEE
Atlanta, GA

-- "This is an absolutely beautiful song!" -- Derrick Baker-
WEDR Miami, FL

-- "Out of all the songs you've brought me in the last month;
this is the winner." -- Carl Connor- WFXE Columbus, GA

-- "It's a good R&B record in the classic style." -- Theo- KDAY
Los Angeles, CA

RAY LAVENDER recently shot the video for the "Stay," which was directed by Erik White who directed stellar videos for Chris Brown, Ruben Studdard, and Bobby Valentino. (Images of Ray, Ray with Akon, and Ray with Tank from the video are available upon request).

"Stay" follows a stellar performance on Showtime at the Apollo where RAY LAVENDER was literally pulled from the stage after a sexy performance (video available) of his street single and underground hit, "Donkey Kong."

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Source: IGA

CONTACT: Tresa Sanders of IGA, +1-212-841-8272,
tresa.sanders@umusic.com

NOTE TO EDITORS: RAY LAVENDER is currently doing spot dates across the country promoting his debut album. For more information, press kits, or interviews on Ray Lavender please contact IGA: Tresa Sanders @ 212 841 8272 or via email @ tresa.sanders@umusic.com

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